August 13, 1960 - September 27, 2023

Peacefully passed away on Wednesday September 27, 2023, at the age of 63.

Beloved wife of Al Jukes.

Devoted mother of Ashlee (Ryan) Fougere, Melissa (Mima) Dearing, and her dear Sweet Pea.

Cherished grandmother of Sadie, Logan, Sammy, Emily, and the late Roxy.

Daughter of the late John & Margaret MacKinnon and beloved sister to Marilyn (Kevin), Hector (Eunice), Jerome (Theresa), Donny (Theresa), Alec (Pat), Eddie (Kim), and Jackie (the late Donna).

Predeceased by siblings Mike (Marg), Dorothy (Nelson), Sadie (Ray), Mary ‘Tootsie’, and Margie (John).

Barbara will be sadly missed by Craig & Mike, Dave & Betty, and all of her many family and friends. All of whom meant so much to her.

Barbara was the life of the party. You could always find her singing and dancing.

She had a big heart and never hesitated to lend a hand whenever someone needed help. As soon as you met her, you wanted to be around her.

A special thank you to Dr. Freedman and her nursing staff, nieces Joanne & Debbie for always being there with her, and sister Marilyn for the endless support.

Visitation will be held on Sunday October 1, 2023 from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME (124 King St. E, Oshawa).

A celebration of Life will be held Monday October 2, 2023 from 2-6 pm at the Canadian Corps Association (142 Athol St. E, Oshawa).

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Durham Region or participation in the Run for the Cure fight against Breast Cancer.

Online condolences may be shared at armstrongfh.ca .